King Sousaphone bell replacement

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TubaRay
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bell replacement

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I have both instruments and yes you can, although the 1240's upright bell is a bit tight, it does fit.
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Even more fun is putting a bell from a King 2350/1250 sousaphone on a King 2340/1. You get a howitzer recording bell tuba, although it can be a challenge to see around the bell. I did this when I owned both a few years ago just for grins.
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